Manufacturing Process Engineer - 2nd Shift

Schedule: Monday through Friday. This position supports 2nd shift production teams working from 3:00–11:30 p.m. Some scheduling flexibility may be available.

Compensation: This is an exempt, salaried position with additional compensation provided for working 2nd shift.

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Process Engineer – 2nd Shift is the primary technical escalation point for production issues during 2nd shift operations. The Process Engineer will work with a team of engineering technicians and 2nd shift production management to resolve issues, maximize productivity, drive waste reduction, identify improvements and provide technical support to production. The role is focused primarily on assembly operations and will also support other 2nd shift operations as needed, such as bulk cable manufacturing, CNC machining and plating. The Process Engineer serves as the engineering link between day and 2nd shifts, ensuring issues, actions and process changes are communicated and followed through across shifts.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Provides 2nd shift technical support and troubleshooting/problem resolution, primarily for assembly operations, to ensure cost, quality, delivery and safety targets are met.
• Supports other 2nd shift operations as needed, including bulk cable manufacturing, CNC machining and plating, and escalates issues to the appropriate process owners for follow-up.
• Provides structured shift handoffs with day shift engineering, production and quality, documenting issues, root cause findings, containment actions and open items.
• Guides and supports 2nd shift engineering technicians and trains operators on process changes, work instructions and Standard Work.
• Leads the introduction of new products and processes to 2nd shift, including training personnel, verifying that work instructions, tooling and fixtures are in place, supporting first-time builds and resolving issues to achieve a smooth transition to production.
• Evaluates scrap and waste for 2nd shift manufacturing processes and develops and executes plans for waste reduction.
• Identifies and implements improvement projects to drive efficiency and cost reduction for 2nd shift operations.
• Other duties as required in support of the department and the company.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES 

This role does not include direct supervisory responsibility for other employees; however, it provides indirect technical leadership to manufacturing and engineering technicians, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma tools and structured problem-solving methods.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

JOB SKILLS

• Explains complex operations and methods clearly and concisely to other employees, suppliers and customers.
• Works independently and makes sound technical decisions during 2nd shift with limited on-site engineering support.
• Ability to occasionally adjust schedule to overlap with day shift for meetings, training and project work.
• Collaborates effectively with others and consistently treats all individuals with respect.
• Demonstrates accountability and accepts responsibility for individual actions and outcomes
• Willingly accepts feedback from others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

As part of their job duties, the employee must be able to sit, stand, and walk throughout the day while frequently using their hands to handle objects and communicate verbally. Additionally, they may need to reach, stretch, push, pull, crouch, and stoop. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This role requires specific vision abilities, including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. According to ADA regulations, reasonable accommodation will be provided to ensure that individuals with disabilities can perform the job's essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is based primarily on the manufacturing floor during 2nd shift, with some time in an office setting. The facility is a clean manufacturing environment housing different machinery, equipment, processes, and chemicals which produce potential hazards such as: ergonomic, chemical, machine point of operation, and powered industrial vehicle traffic. These hazards are controlled through engineering controls, such as machine guarding, and administrative controls, such as safety policies and programs. The company culture is one of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

• ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas
• Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Approximately <5% of travel is expected.